Norwalk
Morning News
Saturday, August 16th, 2025
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Shelton-based Hubbell announced a deal to acquire Carson-based DMC Power for $825 million, which will add over 350 employees and facilities in Carson, Olive Branch, and across North America. The acquisition is expected to finalize by the end of the year—boosting Hubbell’s offerings for utility infrastructure projects. The Hour
- ➤ Norwalk’s long-awaited Target store opened early this month at 680 Connecticut Ave—attended by Mayor Henry Rilling and Common Council members during a ribbon cutting; it features a CVS Pharmacy, Starbucks, and offers same day-delivery, drive-up orders, and pick-up services while operating daily from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. The new location is part of Target’s nationwide buildup to open large stores across the country. The Hour
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Norwalk native Chris Cafero will perform his one-night comedy special Taking My Lumps at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 20 at the Crystal Theater in the Ben Franklin School on Bayview Avenue—half of the show proceeds will be donated to the theater. Cafero created the show after a health scare and designed it to address topics about men’s health while offering an adult performance. Nancy On Norwalk
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local and state leaders gathered on Thursday at Naramake Elementary School's ballfield for the steel topping-off ceremony on the new Norwalk High School/P-TECH building, marking a key milestone with the final beam installed. The $239 million project—funded at 80% by the state to save taxpayer money—is set to serve 2,000 students when it opens in fall and will replace the old high school built in 1971. Nancy On Norwalk
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Norwalk Transit District launched a redesigned bus system today with seven new routes, three micro-stations, and 30 days of free fares to help riders adjust. The overhaul also includes changes to two-way traffic on Burnell Blvd—shifting bus directions—to streamline schedules. Nancy On Norwalk
- ➤ Norwalk Police Department launched its new Monthly Norwalk Police Dashboard—an online tool offering updated crime statistics, calls for service, accident data and community policing details—and the tool will be updated monthly on the city's official website. Nancy On Norwalk
- ➤ Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling said Friday that ICE agents were uninvited from using the police department parking lot at Monroe Street headquarters—local officials directed them to leave as they work to keep city facilities safe. He is meeting with city lawyers and state leaders to explore restrictions that would prevent unauthorized federal use in town. The Hour
- ➤ Norwalk Charter Revision Commission on Aug. 12th voted 5-3 to let the council appoint a nonvoting member to the Board of Estimate and Taxation through an ordinance—this new public process may allow a mayoral veto—and they also removed a sentence from the controller’s duties as it was seen unnecessary. Nancy On Norwalk
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SoNo Play Date
10-11 a.m. — SoNo Stew Leonard III Activity Room — Free entry — A fun-filled hour of activities for kids and families in the heart of Norwalk.
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Blessing of the Backpacks
5-8 p.m. — Bunkhouse at Cranbury Park — Free entry — Celebrate school readiness with a special blessing for students and enjoy pizza and ice cream treats.
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Norwalk Gamer Symphony Orchestra Concert
4-5:30 p.m. — District Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience cherished video game soundtracks brought to life by a community orchestra in a unique symphonic journey.
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Electric Garden Festival 203
3-11 p.m. — 314 Beer Garden and Wood-Fired Pizza — Free entry — Enjoy chill vibes outside and high-energy beats inside with mini golf and top DJs.
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Bingo Loco
7-9:30 p.m. — District Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience the wildest bingo party in Norwalk with DJs, dance-offs, and outrageous prizes.
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Stiff Little Fingers Concert
8:00–9:30 p.m. — District Music Hall — Ticket prices range from $81 to $983 — Experience live music with the iconic punk band Stiff Little Fingers in Norwalk.
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KEFI Greek Festival
9 PM - 2 AM — 238 W Rocks Rd, Norwalk, CT — Free entry — Experience rich Greek culture with delectable food, vibrant music, and joyous dancing.
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